Sari Soldiers

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Nepal has been transformed in less than a decade from a royal kingdom to a democracy where Maoists are in the majority. Over three years Bridgham follows the lives of six women through these changes, from soldier to grieving mother, from monarchist to activist.

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Gives new meaning to the words courage and resilience. Stephen Holden, New York Times

Balanced, moving and comprehensive... shows how circumstances can radicalise even the most middle-of-the-road people. Amber Wilkinson, Eyeforfilm